Latest news in Hungary - 26 Sep 2025

Decline in Heart Attacks and Strokes in Hungary: Recent data reveals that while heart attacks and strokes have significantly decreased as causes of death in Hungary, cancer rates are rising, comprising nearly 55% of all deaths in 2024. The overall death toll has reduced from 146,000 to 127,000 despite a declining population, and liver disease deaths have also decreased from 4% to about 2%. Read more here

Teacher Arrested for Alleged Misconduct in Szeged: A Szeged teacher was taken away in handcuffs after reports of her using extreme disciplinary methods, including tying a student's hands and threatening children with a utility knife. She has confessed to the allegations, leading to her immediate termination, while police have opened an investigation for abuse as a public servant. Read more here

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Orbán Declares Antifa Organizations Terrorist Groups: Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced that the Hungarian government has decided to classify Antifa organizations as terrorist groups, citing increasing violence and threats in various public settings. This move follows a similar classification in the United States and aims to address concerns over far-left activism and public safety. Read more here

Births in August Show Slight Improvement: In August 2025, Hungary recorded 6,360 births, a 5.7% decrease from last year, despite a notable increase compared to the preceding months. Meanwhile, deaths dropped to 8,908, resulting in a natural decrease of 2,548. Additionally, 6,370 couples tied the knot, reflecting a 5.1% decrease from last year but a significant rise from July's figures. Read more here

Szombathely Theater Actor Assaulted While Preventing Robbery: Ákos Horváth, an actor from the Weöres Sándor Theater, was severely beaten and kicked in the head while intervening in a shoplifting attempt. He has since been discharged from the hospital, with injuries expected to take over eight days to heal. The theater expressed solidarity and pride in community support during vulnerable moments. Read more here

Kádár Cafeteria Reopens with Nostalgic Menu: The iconic Kádár cafeteria, beloved for its traditional Hungarian dishes and communal atmosphere, will reopen on September 26 after extensive preparations to preserve its retro charm. The menu features classic offerings, including the celebrated sólet, and aims to evoke the nostalgic dining experience reminiscent of the Kádár era. Reservations will be available for lunch from Tuesday to Saturday. Read more here

More Taxi Protests Expected in Budapest: Taxi drivers in Budapest, frustrated over ongoing fare caps and workforce restrictions, are planning further protests after recent municipal amendments to taxi regulations failed to address their key demands for fare increases and caps. The amendments, which aim to enhance passenger safety and oversight, have sparked discontent as drivers worry they may not protect their livelihoods against punitive measures like penalty points for minor infractions. Read more here

Waste Collection Services Resume in Budapest: Waste collection in Budapest restarted on Thursday after negotiations between Mohu and employee representatives addressed concerns over working conditions. While an agreement has been reached, further negotiations are needed, and employees have indicated the possibility of future work stoppages if issues are not fully resolved. Read more here

Foreign Tourist Numbers Surge in Hungary: August 2025 saw nearly 2.8 million tourists, generating 7.3 million guest nights, marking a 5.2% increase from last year. Notably, foreign guests rose by 10%, especially in Budapest (22% growth) and Szeged (19%), while domestic tourism saw mixed results. Read more here\

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